Stay beside the sea - Coastguard Boathouse - self contained cottage.

The Coastguard Boathouse is located on Belfast Lough shore with sea views, slipway, beach, sea wrecks. The property is less than 2 metres from the sea. So close to the sea that the waves sometimes touch the windows . The property has been renovated with all modern conveniences and original features preserved from its 200 year history. Belfast’s lively Cathedral quarter is 10 mins by car; five minutes by train ( or use bus stop at entrance ). Less than ten mins from Belfast Castle, Belfast Zoo, Carrickfergus Castle. The only Coastguard Boathouse available to stay in on Belfast Lough. A must for sea lovers - the Boathouse is so close to the sea that its waves often touch it’s windows. Unique panoramic views of the Lough, of Holywood, Carrickfergus and Titanic quarter. A view you can see at no other place in Belfast. See Belfast’s famous cranes as you make dinner. Watch the cruise ships arrive and leave Belfast Lough, and see the mussel trawlers harvest the Lough. Located directly opposite the old coal pier - which was where linen was traded from up to 1930s. A tidal clock is provided so you catch the low tide and explore the ruin and sea wrecks at the Boat house. Children staying get a free pirate kit and treasure map to help them explore the Boat House and ship wrecks. The Boat House has a slipway for visitor’s use with seating so you can people watch - with direct access to beach, cycle path and walk. The boat house is, despite its close links to Belfast city, is set in private historical row of Coastguard Cottages and is really quiet. The owners live nearby and are on hand to help you or leave you be.